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The Legend Is Born: Ip Man

The Legend Is Born: Ip Man

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2010
1h 40m
6.9(735 votes)
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The remarkable true story of the early life of Ip Man, the formidable kung fu genius who would become Bruce Lee's mentor; beginning at the start of his journey from his initial training through to the ultimate battle to become supreme master of the art of Wing Chun.

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